The Economic Times

Delhi crime files: Half the prison cells are filled with youth aged 2130; Is the capital losing its future behind bars?

Delhi Crime: Nearly 50% of Delhi's 18,969 prisoners are between 21 and 30 years old, with over 55% under 30. Poverty, unemployment, and the lure of quick money are identified as key drivers for young offenders. The city's jails are severely overcrowded, operating at double capacity, prompting the construction of new facilities.